How to search

Efficiently finding the right translations is key to managing your localization workflow. Locize offers powerful search features in the CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) view / Translation Editor, making it easy to locate, review, and update your content.

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1. Exact Search (Default)

By default, Locize searches for the exact term you enter.

If there is no exact match, a fuzzy search will automatically be performed—unless your search text is wrapped in double quotes ("...").

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2. Fuzzy Search

If your search term does not exactly match any entries, Locize will try to find similar results automatically (fuzzy search). This helps you find translations even if you’re unsure of the exact wording.

To force a fuzzy search, add an asterisk (*) at the end of your search term. This will broaden the results to include similar entries.

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3. Quoted Search (Strict)

If you want to search for an exact phrase and avoid fuzzy results, wrap your search text in double quotes ("..."). This ensures only exact matches are returned.

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Where Can I Search?

This search behavior works in the CAT view / Translation Editor, making it easy to find translations wherever you are working.

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Tips & Best Practices

• Use exact search for precise results.
• Add an asterisk (*) for broader, fuzzy matches.
• Use double quotes for strict, exact phrase searches.
• Try different keywords if you don’t find what you’re looking for.

For more details on managing translations, see the CAT view / Translation Editor documentation.